The Chief Justice of the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) of Pakistan, Justice Aminuddin Khan, termed the newly constituted court as the “guardian of constitutionalism” and an “enduring symbol of justice for generations to come.”
Upon the launch of the website of the FCC, which was formed under the 27th Constitutional Amendment, Justice Aminuddin Khan issued a formal statement, saying, “the creation of this Court represents an important moment in the nation’s ongoing constitutional journey, one that reinforces our collective commitment to the rule of law and to the enduring promise of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.”
Justice Aminuddin said this court has been entrusted with a mandate of great significance.
He highlighted the major constitutional functions of the FCC as: to interpret the Constitution with clarity, independence and fidelity; to safeguard the fundamental rights guaranteed to the people; and to ensure that the constitutional order remains a source of stability, justice and balance for all institutions of the State.
He also stressed that, “the work of this Court is not only judicial—it is also a solemn trust that carries profound implications for the lives, liberties and aspirations of Pakistan’s citizens.”
“As we begin our institutional life, our focus remains firmly on building a judicial forum that embodies integrity, impartiality and intellectual rigour.”
He also affirmed that “each matter brought before this Court will be approached with an unwavering commitment to fairness and restraint, guided solely by the Constitution and the principles of justice that lie at its heart. We aspire to nurture a tradition of reasoned adjudication, institutional dignity and public confidence—qualities that are indispensable to any constitutional court.”
Justice Aminuddin also appreciated the launching of the FCC’s website as “an important step toward transparency and accessibility.”
He also shed light on the important aspects and key functions of the website.
“It is designed to provide the public, the Bar and all concerned institutions with accurate and timely information regarding the Court’s jurisdiction, procedures and decisions.”
“In an age where the effective delivery of justice is inseparable from the free flow of information, we hope that this platform will serve as a meaningful bridge between the Court and the people it exists to serve,” he said.
